Camp Pendleton Artillery Misfire Over I-5 Sends Shrapnel Hitting CHP Vehicle Amid Anniversary Celebration
A live-fire artillery demonstration commemorating the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary took a concerning turn when a 155mm shell detonated prematurely in mid-air over Interstate 5 (I-5) on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The incident, which occurred at Camp Pendleton, resulted in shrapnel striking an unoccupied California Highway Patrol (CHP) vehicle, raising significant questions about safety…
